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INTERPRETING STRATA PLANS
Strata Plan Interpretation Prior to the introduction of the Subdivision Act 1988, building subdivision in Victoria was governed by the Strata Titles Act 1967. Plans registered under STA1967 bear the prefix RP (Registered Plan) or SP (Strata Plan). Key elements for Interpreting Plans under the STA1967: Boundaries that are defined by structures are shown by … Read more
SURVEYING & SUBDIVISION FEES
Unfortunately there is a perception in the general community that surveying and subdivision fees fall within the “a few hundred bucks” category. Fees associated with general surveying and subdivision vary depending on the type of survey required and for subdivision, the number of lots to be created, amongst many other factors. Next time you ask … Read more
Subdivision Checklist Part 1
Part 1. Is your Land Surveyor Licensed? When was the last time you asked your land surveyor whether they were licensed? Only licensed land surveyors are legally entitled to perform- Land and property boundary surveys or title boundary re-establishments & Subdivision, within the state of Victoria. To check if your land surveyor is licensed the … Read more
WOODEND LIFESTYLE RESORT (2017)
Client: Living Gems Residential Resorts Location: Macedon Road, Woodend Services: Title Boundary Surveys & Features and Levels Surveys Description Nestled in the foothills of the Macedon Ranges, Woodend Lifestyle Resort is a master planned retirement village for a resort living lifestyle for over 50’s, retirees and seniors. To be developed and built by the award … Read more
Minimum Garden Area for Subdivisions in Melbourne
Minimum Garden Area for Subdivisions in Melbourne Planning to Subdivide? Minimum garden areas now required! Minimum garden areas were introduced by the State Government in March this year and affect areas zoned Neighbourhood Residential Zone and the General Residential Zone. What is the Garden area requirement? Minimum areas have now been determined and are required … Read more
Backyard Subdivision Melbourne
Can I Subdivide My Backyard? Council will generally not approve a subdivision application unless the site has an approved Development Permit. Further to a Development Permit, a Subdivision Permit is also required. What is a Development Permit? In most cases (such as “back yard” subdivisions under 500m²) a planning permit for development will need to … Read more
Currently Hiring
VicLand Surveying (formerly Kearney & Tyrrell Surveying) is a long standing surveying practice providing surveying services state wide that includes land and building subdivisions. We currently have a vacancy for a licensed or near licensed cadastral surveyor that has appropriate qualifications and experience working within Victoria. The person we are looking for will have:- Experience in cadastral surveying. Experience in … Read more
Melbourne’s Changing Development Landscape
YOUR PERSONAL INVITATION TO A FREE BREAKFAST SEMINAR Date: Thursday 1st June 2017 Brought to you by Weda Partners, together with A.R.G. Planning & m3property Strategists. Co-sponsored by Vicland Surveying. If you would like to attend please phone the office on 9331 4266 to make your reservation.
Casual Position: Town Planner / Survey Drafter
Vicland Surveying currently has a casual position available for a town planner / survey drafter within our progressive team. Subdivision experience within local council and a working knowledge of the Victorian Planning Scheme would be an advantage. Knowledge of Autocad and Liscad software packages is also an advantage. If you believe you are well suited … Read more
Recruiting Now!!!!
Vicland Surveying Pty.Ltd., located in Essendon Melbourne is currently on a recruiting drive looking for local capable land surveyors, graduate surveyors or experienced party leaders. If you are unhappy where you are now, peg bashing with no light at the end of the tunnel in terms of future opportunities, then consider a move to Vicland … Read more